55th Voluntary Campaign KTEF

As we approach the final months of this campaign, I am proud of what we have accomplished so far. As of the end of week 15, December 31, 2022, we stood at $839,516.69. This compares to week 15 in the 54th which was $957,367.63 and $800,643.77 in the 53rd.

With these figures, we are on pace for another successful campaign.

The last several articles, I have promoted various programs such as Life Sponsor $30, Grand Commander’s Club $100, Grand Master’s Club $1,000. This month I want to promote the awards program for larger gifts. Foundations, corporations, or individuals contributing $10,000 receive a Golden Chalice, and foundations, corporations, or individuals contributing $25,000 receive a Grand Master’s Sword of Merit.

Remember giving to the Grand Master’s Club cumulates until you reach $25,000 and then you will have the honor of receiving the Grand Master’s Sword of Merit. The Grand Master’s Club doesn’t cumulate for the Golden Chalice Award.

Last month I shared the top four Grand jurisdictions' standings. This time I will share the top five Grand jurisdictions as of January 1, the Grand Commandery of Ohio is still ranked number one ($81,481.42) with Pennsylvania ranked number two ($51,876.04),

Georgia ranked three ($49,628.06), Texas ranked fourth ($46,473.59), and Florida is in the fifth position ($40,336.94).

I believe that competition is good and encourage all to compete. I look forward to seeing where the final numbers land and who claims the top five spots.

As we move to the final months of the campaign, please consider those less fortunate than ourselves and the tremendous difference you can make in people’s lives by supporting the work of the Foundation.

A gentle reminder that this Voluntary Campaign will end April 30 and all contributions received in the Eye Foundation office, Flower Mound, Texas, postmarked on or before May 15, will be counted.

Sir Knights, let’s do it now!

A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

– Proverbs 16:9 KJV

In Christ Service,

Paul W. Friend, PGC, KTCH Chairman, 55th Annual Voluntary Campaign